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Budget Technician

Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
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Summary

This position is located in the Budget and Financial Management Branch (BFMB), Office of Mission Integration & Financial Management (OMIFM), Office of Science Management and Operations (OSMO), Office of the Director (OD), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
04/22/2024 to 04/26/2024
Salary
$45,146 to - $72,703 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 5 - 7
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Montgomery County, MD
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
7
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
NIH-NIAID-MP-24-12330532
Control number
785726800

Duties

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If selected for this position, the incumbent may perform the following duties:

  • Assist Budget Director and senior analysts in developing budget estimates.
  • Responsible for checking and verifying the use of proper accounting codes on various budget documents.
  • Apply sound arithmetic reasoning and be thoroughly familiar with formats required by the Office of Management and Budget, DHHS, and NIH manual issuances.
  • Obtain, select, and compile data from various fiscal and budgetary sources.
  • Serves as primary assistant to senior analysts and Budget Director with regard to gathering and reporting Institute obligations in disease areas.
If you are selected at the GS-05 or GS-06 level, you will essentially perform the same duties as those at the full performance level described above, however, duties are less complex and will be performed under closer supervision with more detailed guidance.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
  • Employment is subject to the successful completion of the pre-appointment process (i.e., background investigation, verification of qualifications and job requirements, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, etc.)
  • Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
  • Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements within thirty (30) calendar days of the closing date of this announcement, including time in grade.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for the Budget Technician GS-0561 position at the GS-05 level if you meet one of the following qualification requirements:
You must have completed 4 years of education above high school;
OR
You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-04 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: monitoring expenses for supplies and services; compiling data from various fiscal and budget documents; researching and compiling information to respond to routine administrative inquiries; and using software applications to prepare correspondence, reports, charts, and forms.; OR

Have a combination of post high school education and specialized experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position.

In order to qualify for a Budget Technician GS-0561 position at the GS-06 level:
You must have at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: assisting in reviewing vouchers, purchase requests and contract invoices to verify budgetary account codes and cost estimates; adjusting account balances to reflect the effect of allocations, transfers, obligations, and transactions; and collecting budget information for use in budget reports.

In order to qualify for a Budget Technician GS-0561 position at the GS-07 level:
You must have at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: assisting in researching accounting information to identify budget variances or irregularities; reviewing vouchers, purchase requests and contract invoices to verify budgetary account codes and cost estimates; and preparing summary financial reports and documents using automated systems.

Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.

Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12330532

Education

If you qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application packages. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.

Additional information

  • This position is designated as a "non-emergency/teleworker" position and the selected candidate will be considered a "non-emergency/teleworker" employee. In the event of a closure, you must be available to telework or request leave.
  • At the supervisor's discretion, this position may offer work schedule flexibilities: [telework (work from home on a regular basis or ad hoc basis but reports to the office at least once a week/two days a pay period), compressed schedules, flexible schedules].
  • A one-year trial/probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.
  • PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply online to this announcement to receive consideration.
  • Veterans' Preference applies only to Schedule A (disability appointment) and Veterans Recruitment Appointments (if applicable).
  • The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers.
  • The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
  • Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Visit our Applicant FAQs page for helpful information on the application process.
  • Visit our Total Compensation page and this sample for a detailed look into the benefits, awards, leave, retirement, and other incentives employees may receive as part of a rewarding work environment.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):

  • Factor 1: Knowledge of budgetary procedures and practices.
  • Factor 2: Ability to obtain, organize, or compile financial data or information.
  • Factor 3: Skill in utilizing automated systems and applications.
  • Factor 4: Skill in preparing, monitoring, or reviewing financial reports.


Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions across HHS.

To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings by the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as having knowledge of your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin prior to receiving an offer.

To be considered well qualified for the purposes of the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)and the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must be able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry and substantively exceed the basic qualifications by scoring at least an 85 on the assessment and meet all eligibility, physical, medical, suitability, and all other requirements.

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